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$298,161$296 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

979 RIVES ST

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,008 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$298K
$288K low$309K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,544 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$252,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$252,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyCHARLOTTESVILLE CITY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Summit Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Buford Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Charlottesville High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Charlottesville City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22902These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,421
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.330 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,003
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

979 Rives St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 92% of homes in Charlottesville 22902
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Charlottesville city County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Charlottesville 22902
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Charlottesville city County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Charlottesville city County

What homes are worth in Charlottesville 22902

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$240K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Charlottesville 22902.

How it measures up in Charlottesville 22902

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlottesville 22902.

Estimated value$298,161
CheaperTypical $485,930Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$296
CheaperTypical $336Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,502 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 979 Rives St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmontCharlottesville 22902Charlottesville city County
Estimated valuepricier than$298,16113% of homes8% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29622% of homes34% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²34% of homes18% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac24% of homes21% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than199172% of homes62% of homes79% of homes

About 979 Rives St

How much is 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA is $298,161 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $287,704 to $308,618. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA last sell?

979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA last sold on Nov 8, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA?

979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA built?

979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA?

979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA is assigned to Summit Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Buford Middle School (middle), rated C-; Charlottesville High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Charlottesville City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA compare to other homes in Charlottesville 22902?

Among the 7,834 homes in Charlottesville 22902, it is worth more than 8% of them ($298,161 against a typical $485,930), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($296 against a typical $336), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,502 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1991 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Charlottesville city County, it is worth more than 10% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 979 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA was $2,544. The county assessed it at $252,600.

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